Student Intern, Software Engineer

Celestica Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Celestica, Inc. seeks a Student Intern, Software Engineer in San Jose, CA to contribute to design, coding and validation of AI Data Center systems and help build the CICD pipeline for iterative validation. Proficiency with Linux, Python and C, plus knowledge of data structures and algorithms, is expected.

Applicants should be undergrad CS/CE/EE, rising junior or senior. This paid 3‑month internship offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to global product teams inside a leading

Qualifications

• Undergrad CS / CSE / EEE disciplines – rising senior / junior preferred.
• Excellent understanding of the basic computer architecture, networking & programming.
• Knowledge of data structures, algorithms and system design.
• Familiarity with basic Linux and programming using Python/C or other languages.

Responsibilities

• Contribute towards design, coding and validation of systems used in building AI Data Center.
• Contribute towards CICD pipeline that will be used to iteratively validate the design.
• Use AI tools to accelerate and assist in the above steps.

Skills

Python

C

Linux basics

Education

Undergraduate in CS/CE/EE

Job description

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Student Intern, Software Engineer

Date: Sep 18, 2026

Location: San Jose, CA, US

3 Month Internship

As a global technology leader, Celestica designs, engineers, and manufactures industry-leading products and services that drive customer success and market advancement. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, we bring together over 33,000 employees across more than 45 sites in North America, Europe, and Asia.

With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain management and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. Working with the world’s leading technology companies across a broad range of industries, Celestica helps its customers achieve a competitive advantage.These products span key areas such as data centre technology, aerospace and defense, healthtech, and capital equipment.

Working at Celestica is more than a job. It’s about being part of something bigger and shaping the future with your work. You’ll take on exciting and challenging projects, get hands‑on experience, collaborate with a global team, and learn from some of the greatest minds in the industry. And just as we aspire to imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers, we’re just as committed to delivering the best employee experience.

Benefits for Students Include:

Experience working for one of the largest Canadian global technology companies

Possibility of a student casual contract position after completion of internship

Possibility of a full‑time position after completion of degree

Access to Celestica’s development programs and projects

Celestica's Time Off to Volunteer program – two paid days off to volunteer per year

Fun intern activities including celebration events and networking

Internal recognition programs and rewards for stellar performance

What’s in it for you?

Opportunity: Job experience at a large Canadian‑based global company

Innovation: We look to our employees to implement new ideas and improve the way we do things

Collaboration: Students work as part of global teams, enabled by collaborative technology

Sustainability: We uphold strong ethics, reduce our impact on the environment and empower employees to give back to the community with two paid days off per year to volunteer

Development opportunities: including soft skills courses, innovation projects and mentorship

Networking: Strategically build your professional network to advance your career and deepen relationships across your peers and colleagues.

Fun: Our interns have the opportunity to participate in fun activities including intern social events, Celestica’s charitable initiatives and our Spirit Week activities

About this opportunity:

Undergrad CS / CSE / EEE disciplines – rising senior / junior preferred

Excellent understanding of the basic computer architecture, networking & programming

Knowledge of data structures, algorithms and system design

Familiarity with Basic Linux and programming using Python/C or other languages

Activities:

Contribute towards design, coding and validation of systems used in building AI Data Center

Contribute towards CICD pipeline that will be used to iteratively validate the design

Use AI tools to accelerate and assist in the above steps

Physical Demands, duties of this position are varied and will include:

Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.

Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data.

Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.

The range described in this posting is an estimate by the Company, and may change based on several factors, including but not limited to a change in the duties covered by the job posting, or the credentials, experience or geographic jurisdiction of the successful candidate.

The hourly wage is determined by the years of study completed and is non‑negotiable as per company policy.

Hourly Wage: $24-27 USD/hr

Experience: No Formal Experience Required.

Education: Enrolled in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Celestica's policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran or disability status, or other characteristics protected by law.
This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Celestica, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advancements. With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network, Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages.

Today, Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments: Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CC):

ATS: This segment serves customers in complex, regulated and high‑reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor Capital Equipment, and HealthTech. It is engineering led, with deep expertise in design, manufacturing and lifecycle solutions.

CCS: This segment focuses on high‑performance technology solutions and services for the data center, serving hyperscalers, digital native customers and enterprises. Celestica's Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing, storage and networking solutions enabling AI-driven growth.

Built on a legacy of trust and performance, Celestica has earned its reputation by delivering results in complex and fast‑changing markets. Celestica exceeds customer expectations by identifying trends and staying ahead of the curve. Backed by comprehensive capabilities and a global network across North America, Europe and Asia, Celestica helps customers gain competitive advantage with the quality, flexibility and resiliency they need to respond quickly to shifts in demand. Guided by a bold vision to accelerate market advancements, Celestica delivers innovative solutions and technologies that turn complexity into opportunity. Anchored in teamwork and commitment, Celestica strives to be the most trusted partner to its customers and colleagues worldwide.

Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.

This location is a US ITAR facility and these positions will involve the release of export controlled goods either directly to employees or through the employee's movement within the facility. As such, Celestica will require necessary information from all applicants upon an applicant's acceptance of employment to determine if any export control exemptions or licenses must be filed.

Nearest Major Market: San Jose
Nearest Secondary Market: Palo Alto
Job Segment: Cloud, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Manager, Facilities, Data Center, Technology, Operations